The federal cabinet has approved a new Rs1.8 billion special allowance for senior bureaucrats, despite extending austerity measures for the 2026-27 fiscal year and announcing only a 7% salary increase for government employees. The decision has sparked debate over public sector pay disparities during a period of economic pressure. The newly introduced benefit, titled the...
Pakistan has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening ties with Iran, with Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi stating that Islamabad is ready to expand cooperation with Tehran across all sectors. Naqvi made the remarks during a meeting with Iranian Interior Minister Eskandar Momeni, who is on an official visit to Pakistan. The two leaders held one-on-one talks...
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has launched Pakistan’s first artificial intelligence-powered digital platform designed to replace paper-based operations in the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO), marking a significant step toward modernizing government administration. Named the Prime Minister’s Office System (PMOS), the platform integrates artificial intelligence into official workflows to streamline communication, monitor implementation of government directives and...
Pakistan has called for a stronger economic partnership with Egypt, urging both countries to expand cooperation beyond traditional trade and focus on strategic investment, joint production, technology transfer, and regional value chains. The proposal was presented by Commerce Minister Jam Kamal Khan during a reception in Islamabad marking Egypt’s National Day. Addressing diplomats, government...
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to ensuring the safety and security of Chinese nationals and investors, describing their protection as the government’s highest priority. Speaking at the Pakistan-China Pharmaceutical Business-to-Business (B2B) Conference in Islamabad, the prime minister assured Chinese companies that comprehensive security measures remain in place to support investment and long-term...
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) to strengthen coordination with provincial governments and disaster management authorities to ensure a swift and effective response to emergencies during the ongoing monsoon season. The directive came during a meeting with NDMA Chairman Lt Gen Inam Haider Malik, where the country’s preparedness for...
A diplomatic gesture by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has drawn a warm response from Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, who expressed his appreciation after receiving a gift of Pakistan’s famous mangoes. According to reports, Prime Minister Shehbaz sent a consignment of premium Pakistani mangoes to his Hungarian counterpart as a goodwill gesture aimed at strengthening...
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif arrived in Doha on Monday for a one-day visit to offer Pakistan’s condolences following the death of Qatar’s former Emir, Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani. The visit underscores the longstanding diplomatic and brotherly ties between Pakistan and Qatar. The prime minister was accompanied by PML-N President Nawaz Sharif, Deputy...
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has said Pakistan played a “very sincere role” in ongoing mediation efforts between the United States and Iran, highlighting Islamabad’s growing diplomatic influence in regional peace negotiations. Speaking during his visit to Beijing, the premier said Pakistan remains committed to promoting dialogue and stability in the Middle East. Shehbaz Sharif stated...
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has announced that Pakistan hopes to host the next round of peace talks between the United States and Iran “very soon,” highlighting Islamabad’s growing diplomatic role in efforts to ease tensions in the Middle East. The statement came as regional leaders continued discussions aimed at securing a long-term peace agreement between...